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Sanctuary Ananda Cruises offer a new level of boutique luxury on the Myanmar Rivers

21 spacious and sophisticated suites, spread over 4 decks. Original Burmese design fused together with contemporary chic comfort.
It is all wonderfully individual, particularly emphasised on the shore excursions, which are tailored to provide you with something totally memorable and unique.

All cabins have large windows with river views and balconies with space to sit out on. You have a choice of Deluxe suites, Luxury Suites which are larger and then a rather magnificent Owner’s Suite.

There are several cruise options available to you, and each can be easily tailored to provide with a personalised itinerary.

These are just a couple of our suggestions.

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Bagan to Mandalay – Sanctuary Ananda Cruises

4 Days | 3 nights

Day One: Fly from Yangon to Bagan and embark. Discover local life in the Bagan plains, learning about the ancient methods of making bricks, lacquerware and jaggery. After lunch visit the Kayminga pagoda complex and the great golden Shwezigon Pagoda. Welcome champagne reception and candlelit sandbank dinner with the backdrop of the twinkling lights of Bagan.

Day Two: Start the day with sunrise meditation, or take an optional hot-air balloon tour (extra cost). Visit bustling Nyaung-U farmers market and the Ananda temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Myanmar, before sailing to scenic Sagaing.

Day Three: Explore the monasteries and pagodas of the Sagaing Hills, one of the most religious areas of Burma. Take in the views from the Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda. Visit the U Bein Bridge, a spectacular place to enjoy the sunset with a glass of champagne in a small boat.

Day Four: Visit the quaint village of Sin Kyun, just north of Mandalay. Take an optional tour to witness first-hand the way of life seldom viewed by outsiders. Sail for Mandalay and arrive after breakfast for check out.

If you are leaving on a later flight we can arrange a tour of Mandalay to include Mahamuni Pagoda, Shwenandaw Monastery and Kuthodaw Pagoda.

Sailing Dates 2016:
January 6,13, 20, 27, February 3.10.17, 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23, April 6,13,20, and September 6,13,20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, November 1,8, 15, 22, 29, December 6,13,20,27. There are no sailings May to August due anticipated low water levels.

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Mandalay to Bagan – Sanctuary Ananda Cruises

5 Days | 4 nights

Day One: if arriving in the morning, we can arrange a tour of Mandalay to include Mahamuni Pagoda, Shwenandaw Monastery and Kuthodaw Pagoda. After lunch explore the monasteries and pagodas of the Sagaing Hills, and the views from Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda. Visit the U Bein Bridge, a spectacular place to enjoy the sunset with a glass of champagne in a small boat

Day Two: Visit the quaint village of Sin Kyun, just north of Mandalay to witness first-hand the way of life seldom viewed by outsiders. Sightseeing from the ship, unfinished Mingun Pagoda and enjoy life on board, with demonstrations and talks.

Day Three: Back of house tour, cooking class with the Chef and explore a local market in Pakokku with our chefs. Visit a small pagoda complex to see the different architecture of the stupas first-hand. The great golden Shwezigon Pagoda and sunset over the Bagan plains.

Day Four: Start with sunrise meditation or optional hot-air balloon tour (extra charge). In a horse-drawn cart visit the temples of Bagan and the Ananda Temple and Sulamani pagoda. Lunch at Popa Mountain Resort with spectacular views of the site. Choose to climb the 777 steps and relish the views. Candlelit sandbank dinner is served with the backdrop of the twinkling lights of Bagan.

Day Five: If we have arranged an afternoon flight, you can spend time discovering local life in the Bagan plains.

Sailing Dates 2016:
January 2,9,16,23.30, February 6,13,20,27, March 5,12,19,26, April 2.9.16, September 2,9,16,23,30, October 7,14,21, November 4,11,18, 25, December 2,9,16, 23.

More Choice

In addition to the above suggestions, Ananda also offers an 8 day (7 nights) cruise from Bagan to Mandalay, taking in Sagaing, Ava, Mandalay, Mingun, Pakokku, Sale and back to Bagan.

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